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WeatherNation is looking for a News Director with impeccable judgment and journalistic integrity who can lead our newsroom with superior communication, planning, and preparation. The ideal candidate will be a collaborator and motivator whose leadership style inspires our team to achieve their highest potential. Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): The successful candidate will have a proven track record of recruiting, coaching, and developing talent and enjoy giving consistent, constructive feedback. The ability to balance a commitment to owning the day’s breaking weather coverage while executing a strategic plan for special projects will demand exceptional organizational skills and communication. Leading and supervising all aspects of content, including fostering a positive workplace culture where the team thrives individually and collectively. Finding and investing in opportunities for employees to advance their skills, while identifying the next generation of leaders. Regularly evaluating content on all platforms to improve coverage and user experience, providing needed feedback to the team. Working collaboratively with a highly functioning station leadership team to establish, pursue, and celebrate achieving goals. Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Minimum five years’ experience in news programming production, with at least two years’ experience in a leadership role. Experience guiding, directing, and motivating a team, including setting performance standards and monitoring progress. Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor, and inspire others to improve their knowledge and skills. Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets. Proficiency with newsroom and station technology. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution. Additional Info: Salary Range: $100,000-$160,000 Full medical, dental, and vision benefits Retirement savings plan with company match Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program Sick leave and PHE benefits under the Colorado HFWA If you are interested in joining our rapidly growing team, please send your resume and salary requirements to the attention of Human Resources at jobs@weathernationtv.com. WeatherNation TV, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr